Therapist profile
Barry Dubin, LCSW
Arizona
LCSW - Relationships and Mood Concerns
Continue with BarryWhere Barry stands
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Arizona / LCSW-0988
- NPI
- 1962599951
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Arizona
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Codependency patterns
About Barry
Barry Dubin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Arizona with 40 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief and depression. Barry also addresses related concerns such as codependency, communication problems, and issues that arise from family of origin and blended families.
Barry keeps conversations direct and practical. He listens for patterns that repeat in relationships and daily life. Together with a client he identifies small, manageable steps to reduce stress and improve communication. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what can change next.
When grief or loss is part of a person's story, he helps people find ways to handle sudden emotions and ongoing adjustments. For relationship concerns he looks at how expectations and roles affect interactions and helps people practice clearer requests and boundaries. He also works with men who feel isolated or stuck and with people dealing with shame or guilt.
Over decades of practice Barry has seen many life transitions, including aging and geriatric concerns, divorce and separation, and challenges facing first responders. He treats each person as an individual and adapts discussion and pacing to match what the person needs at the moment.
Sessions are conducted in English. International clients may be accepted, and costs vary by location. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled through the online process.
How sessions work
How evidence-based techniques are used online
Licensed professionals often draw on clear, evidence-based techniques to address stress, mood, and relationship patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety and depression. Another approach emphasizes practical communication skills and role practice to improve interactions and set firmer boundaries. These approaches help with everyday problems like repetitive arguments, people-pleasing, and managing strong emotions.Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative task. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and recommend approaches to try. You and the therapist will track how strategies are working and adjust them together over time.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered. Please confirm the available session formats before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example allowing a shorter check-in between work tasks or removing travel time. It also makes continuing work with a therapist possible when people move or have irregular schedules. If you need help deciding what will fit your routine, discuss options during the initial matching and scheduling steps.
Areas of focus
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Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief, and depression. His practice also covers related topics such as codependency and communication problems.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on current patterns and small steps people can try. Conversations are direct and aimed at improving communication and coping skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has 40 years of professional experience as a clinician working with a wide range of life challenges and relationship issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW licensed in Arizona and practices from that state.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
Which session formats are used?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm available session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.